Tissue producers sniff out the growth areas

The global tissue consumption exceeded 19 million tons in 1998 and the next benchmark target of 20 million tons is rapidly approaching. This rapidly growing consumption in tissue markets is encouraging companies to expand at a rapid pace. New tissue machines are being installed and the companies themselves are growing considerably in size. Acquisitions and mergers between companies are generating additional pressure in the sector, particularly for small and medium size companies. All in all, the tissue sector continues to be a growth industry worldwide, offering new opportunities for companies to expand.